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January, 2025

• 14 January 2025 6:47 pm

  US Producer Prices Rise at a Slower Pace in December, Hinting at Easing Inflation Pressures

  

  Producer prices in the U.S. increased at a more moderate pace in December, suggesting a potential easing of inflationary pressures that could influence the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions in 2024. Key Highlights PPI Growth: The Producer Price Index (PPI) for final demand rose 0.2% month-on-month, below November’s 0.4% increase …

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• 14 January 2025 4:48 pm

  Russia Fines Google $77.9 Million for Non-Compliance with Previous Penalties

  

  A Russian court has imposed an 8 billion rouble ($77.9 million) fine on Google, marking a substantial escalation in penalties against the tech giant for failing to comply with previous administrative orders. The decision, announced by Moscow’s Chertanovo District Court, reflects heightened tensions between Russia and foreign technology platforms. Key …

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• 14 January 2025 3:13 pm

  Supertanker Freight Rates Surge Amid Expanded U.S. Sanctions on Russia’s Oil Industry

  

  Freight rates for supertankers have soared following the latest U.S. sanctions targeting Russia’s oil exports. These measures have driven traders to secure alternative shipping routes and vessels to deliver crude supplies to major buyers such as China and India, industry sources reported. Key Drivers of Freight Rate Increases Sanctions on …

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• 14 January 2025 12:54 pm

  European Shares Recover, Led by Automobiles and Mining Stocks

  

  European markets regained some ground on Tuesday following two consecutive sessions of losses, with easing bond yields and strong performance in the automobile and mining sectors driving early-session gains. The pan-European STOXX 600 rose 0.6% by 0823 GMT after declining by 1.4% over the previous two sessions. Key Sector Performance …

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• 14 January 2025 11:31 am

  Bitcoin Gains Amid Caution Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data; Tether Relocates to El Salvador

  

  Bitcoin prices saw a modest rise on Tuesday, reversing recent muted performance as traders prepared for a pivotal U.S. inflation report that could shape the Federal Reserve’s interest rate strategy. Bitcoin climbed 1% to $95,374.2 by 00:19 ET (05:19 GMT), recovering from a session low of $89,664.8 on Monday as …

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• 14 January 2025 10:51 am

  Gold Prices Steady on Tariff Speculation and Inflation Data Awaited

  

  Gold prices saw a slight rebound during Asian trade on Tuesday, recovering from overnight losses as markets assessed the potential impact of President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed trade tariffs. The dollar’s strength, near a two-year high, continued to weigh on the yellow metal, while traders awaited key U.S. inflation data due …

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• 14 January 2025 12:39 am

  Oil Prices Touch Five-Month High Amid Sanctions on Russia

  

  Oil prices extended their upward trajectory on Monday, reaching a five-month high on worries about potential supply disruptions impacting major importers like China and India. These concerns stem from the wide-ranging sanctions imposed by the US on Russia, targeting oil executives, traders, and a significant number of vessels involved in …

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• 14 January 2025 12:24 am

  Market Volatility Could Intensify as PPI, CPI Data Looms

  

  The financial markets are bracing for a period of heightened volatility this week, with the release of the December Producer Price Index (PPI) report on Tuesday serving as the catalyst. This critical data point will provide crucial insights into the persistence of inflationary pressures and significantly influence the Federal Reserve’s …

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• 13 January 2025 11:59 pm

  Market Drivers; North American Session

  

  US Dollar Strengthens as Market Prices in Fewer Fed Rate Cuts The US Dollar Index surged to its highest level since November 2022, exceeding the 110.00 mark, driven by a shift in market expectations towards fewer, if any, interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve this year. This shift stems …

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• 13 January 2025 10:44 pm

  T-Yields Surge Shakes Stocks, Tech Takes a Hit

  

  The US stock market exhibited a mixed performance at the start of the week, a stark contrast to the prevailing optimism that had recently gripped investors. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite led the decline, a stark reminder of the market’s vulnerability to shifts in economic sentiment. This downturn coincided with a …

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• 13 January 2025 9:41 pm

  Crypto Winter Returns? Bitcoin Plunges Amid Fed Concerns

  

  Earlier on Monday, the cryptocurrency market has experienced a sharp downturn, with Bitcoin plunging below $91,000, reigniting fears of a broader crypto market crash. This dramatic decline follows a period of relative strength, fueled by expectations of a more accommodative Federal Reserve. However, recent economic data, particularly the robust jobs …

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• 13 January 2025 8:45 pm

  DXY Continues to Recover to Levels Above 110

  

  The US dollar has continued its upward trend since the beginning of the new trading week, during the North American trading session, supported by recent developments in the financial markets last week, particularly regarding the policies of US President-elect Donald Trump and US employment data. The most prominent of these …

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• 13 January 2025 7:42 pm

  Japan Urges US to Reconsider Block on Nippon Steel’s Acquisition of US Steel

  

  In a recent online meeting, Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba urged US President Joe Biden to address concerns within the Japanese and US business communities regarding his decision to block Nippon Steel’s planned acquisition of U.S. Steel.The request was made during a three-way discussion with Biden and Philippine President Ferdinand …

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